SEN Teaching Assistant. Job in United Kingdom Education & Training Jobs

Long Term Futures Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a supportive secondary school in Birmingham as a SEN Teaching Assistant. You'll work directly with students with additional needs, providing both emotional and academic support in a nurturing environment. This full-time position offers a great chance to impact young lives positively, while developing your skills in a collaborative setting.

Benefits

Access to exclusive roles in Birmingham schools

Transparent PAYE pay - no umbrella deductions

Supportive team of consultants

Opportunities for temp-to-perm placements

Ongoing CPD to support your development

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting young people with SEN in a school setting.
• Proactive, flexible, and a positive attitude to daily challenges.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students and staff.

Responsibilities

• Providing targeted support for students with SEN, both in and out of the classroom.
• Supporting students' emotional regulation and social development.
• Working closely with class teachers to differentiate learning.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Patience

Education

Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Secondary School - Rubery (B45), Birmingham
Location: Rubery, Birmingham
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-Time, Term Time Only
Pay: From 90 per day (PAYE - no umbrella deductions)

Are you passionate about supporting young people with additional needs? Do you want to be part of a close-knit, supportive school community where you can make a real difference?

Long Term Futures is working in partnership with a small, well-regarded secondary school in the Rubery area of Birmingham. With around 450 students on roll, the school offers a welcoming and inclusive environment where staff are committed to supporting every learner to succeed.

We are seeking a proactive and dependable SEN Teaching Assistant to join the team, working within mainstream classrooms to provide support for students with a range of additional needs, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, and other learning or emotional challenges.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Providing targeted support for students with SEN, both in and out of the classroom

• Supporting students' emotional regulation and social development

• Working closely with class teachers to differentiate learning and ensure access to the curriculum

• Monitoring progress and feeding back on individual student needs

• Encouraging independence, resilience, and engagement in learning

What We're Looking For:

• Previous experience supporting young people with SEN in a school setting

• A proactive, flexible, and positive attitude to daily challenges

• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with students and staff

• Patience, empathy, and a team-focused approach

• A relevant qualification (e.g. Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant) is desirable, but not essential if you have the right experience and outlook

Why Work with Long Term Futures?

• Access to exclusive roles in Birmingham schools

• Transparent PAYE pay - no umbrella deductions

• A supportive and experienced team of consultants

• Opportunities for temp-to-perm placements and career progression

• Ongoing CPD to support your development

If you're ready to support students in reaching their full potential in a nurturing and inclusive school, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now or get in touch with Long Term Futures to find out more.

All applicants must have an enhanced DBS check and be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.